[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Big Blue Beachfront vacation home with a marina and a restaurant ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93545400/93545349/2f462d75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93545400/93545349/7c880af6_edited_68c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93545400/93545349/63e7d848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93545400/93545349/260e75dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93545400/93545349/f9f97c59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Big Blue and take advantage of a marina, an arcade/game room, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143272 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Dryer - Pool - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Big Blue Beachfront vacation home with a marina and a restaurant Along with a marina, this smoke-free vacation home has a restaurant and an arcade/game room. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. The vacation home boasts a private pool and offers a kitchen and a dryer. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with cable channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like 3 bathrooms and a dining area. Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer private pools. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Televisions come with cable channels. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - A restaurant - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - 50-inch TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Furnished balcony/patio - Marina ### Laundry - Dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Table tennis - Fishing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91010000/91006000/91005916/c8536ebb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Best Little Shorehouse in Texas! 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go to: \[at the property\] Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance ### Access methods Access code, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Big Blue Kd688- Big Blue Port Aransas Kd688- Big Blue Private vacation home Kd688- Big Blue Private vacation home Port Aransas ## About the area Located in Port Aransas, this vacation home is on the beach. Port Aransas Beach and Nature Preserves reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Port Aransas travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Aransas.dx55180) [View more Vacation homes in Corpus Christi](https://www.expedia.ca/Corpus-Christi-Private-Vacation-Homes.d915-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.80812%2C-97.07596&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WtRjh8fA9ctLnIVdN6fFSD5GMVg=) 688 Kara Drive, Port Aransas, TX, 78373 ### What's nearby - Holiday Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Mustang Island Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Palmilla Beach Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km - IB Magee Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km - Port Aransas Beach - 6 min drive - 4.2 km ### Getting around - Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 46 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive - ‪Kody's - ‬18 min walk - ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive - ‪Black Marlin - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Big Blue pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Big Blue? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Big Blue? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Big Blue? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Big Blue located? > This family-friendly Port Aransas vacation home is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mustang Island Beach and Holiday Beach. Port Aransas Beach is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Big Blue Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Amenities ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristina Sep 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We’ve been going to the beach for years and this has got to be one of the best ones we have stayed at!! Very spacious, big rooms, 2 living areas, kitchen and dining area are amazing with a great view of the beach!!! The pool also kept our kids entertained all weekend. Even had an outdoor kitchen. This beach home is absolutely beautiful, you will not be disappointed! ##### Kristina Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melvin Nov 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We really enjoyed the house. It had plenty of space for my group 11. ##### Melvin Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SAMMY Apr 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Spacious, but the pool was cold and we couldn’t use it ##### SAMMY Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Great Wolf Lodge Grapevine](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Grapevine.h1906487.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Hilton-DFW-Lakes-Executive-Conference-Center.h6039.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency DFW International Airport - Adjacent to Terminal C](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-DFW.h22022.Hotel-Information) > > [Omni Frisco-Dallas Hotel at The Star](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Omni-Frisco-Hotel.h18919478.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vermont](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Vermont.d247.Hotel-Destinations) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Toronto-Airport-Conference-Centre.h19088.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin At The Woodlands](https://www.expedia.ca/Conroe-Hotels-The-Westin-At-The-Woodlands.h13173066.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Ka'anapali Ocean Resort Villas](https://www.expedia.ca/Lahaina-Hotels-The-Westin-Kaanapali-Ocean-Resort-Villas.h916906.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Napanee](https://www.expedia.ca/Napanee-Hotels.d6047188.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-ATT-Hotel-Conference-Center-At-The-University-Of-Texas.h2169414.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Richardson](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Dallas-Richardson.h18234.Hotel-Information) > > [The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Conroe-Hotels-The-Woodlands-Waterway-Marriott-Hotel-Convention-Center.h907442.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Riviera Princess - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Grand-Riviera-Princess-All-Inclusive.h2661557.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in St. Lucia](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-St-Lucia-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d168-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Antonio-Hotels-JW-Marriott-San-Antonio-Hill-Country-Resort-Spa.h2841775.Hotel-Information) > > [Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Gaylord-Texan-Resort-Convention-Center.h985065.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton Hamilton, Ontario, Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-Hamilton.h6940919.Hotel-Information) > > [Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental](https://www.expedia.ca/Houston-Hotels-Houston-Airport-Marriott-At-George-Bush-Intercontinental.h22967.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Dallas Fort Worth Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-The-Westin-Dallas-Fort-Worth-Airport.h1653.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Disneyland® Paris](https://www.expedia.ca/Disneyland-Paris-Hotels.0-l6035062-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Grand Hyatt DFW - Connected to the airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-DFW.h1209294.Hotel-Information) > > [Home2 Suites by Hilton Lewisville Dallas](https://www.expedia.ca/Dallas-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Lewisville-Dallas.h45970429.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/del/toronto-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yvr/toronto-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Nadi (NAN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/nan/vancouver-to-nadi) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Cassidy (YCD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ycd/vancouver-to-nanaimo) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Pearson-Intl.d5921113.Car-Rental-Guide)